Spotted Lanternfly

Most New Jersey residents hunt and kill the destructive Spotted Lanternfly, but one woman chose to immortalize it instead.

It's things like these that make me wonder: "Have all of our efforts been in vain?" *insert horror movie music* Spotted. Lanternflies. It seems like we've been talking about their impending return forever now, with wildlife organizations and experts telling us to snuff them out before they reach adulthood...

The dreaded spotted lanternfly is back in South Jersey. They've been spotted all over Mays Landing. Locals are now suggesting ways to get rid of them.

The dreaded spotted lanternfly infestation continues in the Garden State. This invasive pest has spread and has become a serious problem.

"We are targeting areas where severe infestations have been confirmed, and we also encourage residents to destroy the Spotted Lanternfly if possible when they see it," said New Jersey Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas Fisher.

Philadelphia artist has decided these unwelcome guests are too beautiful to go to waste.